Spring-fed wells provide water to the community. Roughly 80% of residents are connected to the piped water system; the remainder use individual wells. Approximately 40% of homes and the school -- those located on the bluff -- are served by a piped gravity sewage system. Residents with homes at the lower village site utilize septic tanks or pit privies. Roughly 21 homes have piped water and sewer. The City operates utilities including water-sewer, bulk fuel, and electricity. The school reportedly operates a back-up electric generator when necessary.

RUBA Status & Activities This Qtr:

RUBA provided assistance to city officials during the quarter with fuel financing planning and preparation for the municipal election. RUBA's primary point of contact was a city council member who also serves as the electric utility operator. RUBA's repeated attempts to reach the mayor to offer assistance with budgeting and other topics were not successful. The city remains without full time administrative staff. The electric utility operator was in contact with Rural Alaska Fuel Services (RAFS) after contacting the Alaska Energy Authority concerning bulk fuel loan financing. The city presently is paying on debt related to a prior year RAFS bridge loan for fuel.

RUBA Activities for the Coming Qtr:

RUBA will continue to offer assistance to city officials including onsite management support.

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All revenues and expenses for the utility are listed in the utility budget.

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The utility has adopted a balanced realistic budget.

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Monthly financial reports are prepared and submitted to the policy making board.

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The utility is current in paying all water/wastewater electric bills.

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The utility has on hand a year's adequate fuel supply or it has a financial plan to purchase an adequate supply.

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The utility is receiving revenues (user fees or other sources) sufficient to cover operating expenses.